regulation
gb/ɹˌɛɡjəlˈeɪʃən/ us/ɹˌɛɡjəlˈeɪʃən/
B1
English
~ 1500
előírás, rendelet, szabály, szabályozás, előírás szerinti, előírt, szabványos
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
[authority] issues [a regulation] on [topic]
The new environmental regulation will reduce factory emissions.
Az új környezetvédelmi előírás csökkenteni fogja a gyárak károsanyag-kibocsátását.
Companies must follow strict safety regulations to protect workers.
A vállalatoknak szigorú biztonsági előírásokat kell betartaniuk a dolgozók védelme érdekében.
The regulation requires all toys to be tested for safety before sale.
International trade is subject to complex regulations.
The city passed a regulation banning smoking in public parks.
Learner examples
There is a new regulation about food safety.
Új előírás vonatkozik az élelmiszer-biztonságra.
The school has a regulation about uniforms.
Az iskolában van egy szabály az egyenruháról.
We must follow the safety regulation.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'regulation' with 'law'. While all laws are regulations in a broad sense, 'regulation' usually refers to specific rules made under the authority of a law, often by agencies.
Meaning
official rule or directive
Collocations
government regulation
|safety regulation
|environmental regulation
|strict regulation
|regulation compliance
Synonyms
rule (A more general term for any guiding principle or instruction, not necessarily issued by an authority.)
|
directive (A formal order, often used in official or bureaucratic contexts.)
Antonyms
deregulation (The removal or reduction of regulations in a particular industry or sector.)
Themes
law
|government
|business
|politics
Definition
An official rule made by the government or another authority.
An authoritative rule or directive issued and enforced by a governing body or organization.
NOUN
B2
2
szabályozás
B2
Usage pattern:
the regulation of [activity/process]
Government agencies are responsible for the regulation of financial markets.
A kormányzati szervek felelősek a pénzügyi piacok szabályozásáért.
Effective regulation of traffic can prevent accidents.
A hatékony forgalomszabályozás megelőzheti a baleseteket.
The regulation of water usage is essential during droughts.
This department oversees the regulation of food safety standards.
Learner examples
The city works on the regulation of traffic.
A város a forgalom szabályozásán dolgozik.
Regulation of water is important in summer.
Nyáron fontos a vízfelhasználás szabályozása.
The bank follows the regulation of money transfers.
Common mistake:
Some learners confuse this meaning with 'rule' itself; here it refers to the action or system of controlling, not the rule object.
Meaning
process of control by rules
Collocations
regulation of industry
|regulation of traffic
|financial regulation
|regulation process
Synonyms
control (A broader term that can refer to influence or restraint in many contexts, not just rule-based.)
Antonyms
neglect (Failure to apply control or oversight.)
Themes
law
|management
|economy
|business
Definition
The act of controlling something by using rules.
The act or process of controlling or managing something according to a set of rules or standards.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
3
szabályozás
B2
Usage pattern:
regulation of [machine/system]
The thermostat handles the regulation of room temperature automatically.
A termosztát automatikusan végzi a szoba hőmérsékletének szabályozását.
Proper voltage regulation is important for electronic devices.
Az elektronikus eszközök számára fontos a megfelelő feszültségszabályozás.
The engine's performance depends on precise fuel regulation.
Learner examples
A thermostat helps with temperature regulation.
A termosztát segít a hőmérséklet szabályozásában.
Voltage regulation keeps the computer safe.
A feszültségszabályozás megvédi a számítógépet.
Good fuel regulation makes the car run well.
Meaning
adjustment for correct operation
Collocations
temperature regulation
|voltage regulation
|speed regulation
Synonyms
adjustment (A general term for making small changes to improve function, not always rule-based.)
Antonyms
malfunction (Failure to operate correctly, often due to lack of proper regulation.)
Themes
technology
|engineering
|science
Definition
The act of making a machine or system work correctly and at the right level.
The act of adjusting or maintaining a system, device, or process so that it operates within desired parameters.
B2
4
Usage pattern:
regulation [item/clothing]
Players must wear regulation uniforms during matches.
A játékosoknak a mérkőzéseken az előírt egyenruhát kell viselniük.
The court is built to regulation size.
A pálya szabványos méretű.
All equipment must be of regulation quality.
Learner examples
Soldiers wear regulation boots.
A katonák az előírt bakancsot viselik.
The ball is the regulation size.
A labda szabványos méretű.
He has a regulation uniform for work.
Meaning
conforming to standard requirements
Collocations
regulation size
|regulation uniform
|regulation equipment
Synonyms
standard (General term for what is normal or accepted; not necessarily imposed by rules.)
Antonyms
nonstandard (Not conforming to established rules or specifications.)
Themes
military
|sports
|law
|business
Definition
Following an official standard or rule.
Conforming to an established standard, specification, or requirement, often by rule or custom.
Grammar
Dictionary form
regulation
IPA
GB/ɹˌɛɡjəlˈeɪʃən/
US/ɹˌɛɡjəlˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
reg - u - la - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (la)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: regulation
- Plural: regulation, regulations
Word family
Forms
regulations
noun
Core family
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
Expressions
follow regulations
1/fˈɑloʊ ɹˌɛɡjəlˈeɪʃənz/
fixed phrase
obey official rules
To do things according to official rules or laws.
Examples
- Employees must follow regulations when handling chemicals.
- The company follows all safety regulations.
in accordance with regulations
1/ˈɪn əkˈɔɹdəns wˈɪθ ɹˌɛɡjəlˈeɪʃənz/
fixed phrase
formal
agree with official rules
Done in a way that matches official rules or laws.
Examples
- All building work must be in accordance with regulations.
- The documents were prepared in accordance with regulations.
tighten regulations
1/tˈaɪtən ɹˌɛɡjəlˈeɪʃənz/
fixed phrase
make rules more strict
To make official rules stronger and harder to avoid.
Examples
- The government decided to tighten regulations on air pollution.
- After the accident, they tightened regulations for workplace safety.
under regulation
1/ˈʌndɚ ɹˌɛɡjəlˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
controlled by official rules
Controlled by official rules or laws.
Examples
- This industry is under strict government regulation.
- All financial institutions are under regulation to protect customers.